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EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus vs EcoFlow DELTA 2 E980

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EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power Station

EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power Station

  • 600 W continuous AC output.
  • 4,700 g.
  • Base capacity: 286Wh.
  • Expansion: one compatible EB300 or EB600 extra battery.
  • AC charging: input: 360W maximum (station).
KSh 41,600In Stock
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EcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 Portable Power Station

EcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 Portable Power Station

  • 980 Wh base battery capacity.
  • 500 W continuous AC output.
  • 13,000 g.
  • AC charging: input: 650W maximum.
  • UPS / backup: eps: Yes.
KSh 61,800In Stock
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EcoFlow RIVER 2 Portable Power StationKSh 28,000
EcoFlow RIVER 2 Max Portable Power StationKSh 49,500
EcoFlow RIVER 2 Pro Portable Power StationKSh 58,000
EcoFlow RIVER 3 Portable Power StationKSh 34,300
Bluetti AC2P Portable Power StationKSh 19,500
Bluetti AC50P Portable Power StationKSh 31,000
Bluetti AC70P Portable Power StationKSh 55,000
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Our quick verdict

The EcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 has a larger 980 Wh battery, faster mains recharging (650 W input) and more solar input (500 W), while the EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus has more output power (600 W continuous), a higher 1,200 W surge rating and faster recharging (1 hour).

Output power

EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus
600 W continuous AC output
EcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980
500 W continuous AC output

Weight

EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus
4.7 kg
EcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980
13 kg

Stored energy

EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus
286Wh
EcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980
980 Wh base battery capacity

Charging

EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus
360W maximum (station)
EcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980
650W maximum

Ports

EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus
3× UK AC outlets, 600W combined
EcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980
4× UK AC outlets, 500W combined

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus

  • More continuous output: 600 W (vs 500 W).
  • Higher surge power: 1,200 W (vs 750 W).
  • Recharges faster: 1 hour (vs 2 hours), station.
  • Lighter: 4.7 kg (vs 13 kg).
  • Lower price: KSh 41,600 (vs KSh 61,800).

EcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980

  • Larger battery: 980 Wh (vs 286 Wh).
  • Faster mains recharging: 650 W input (vs 360 W).
  • Accepts more solar power: 500 W (vs 220 W).
  • More AC outlets: 4 (vs 3).
  • More USB outputs: 6 (vs 3).

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PriorityEcoFlow RIVER 3 PlusEcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980
Stored energy286Wh980 Wh base battery capacity
Output power600 W continuous AC output500 W continuous AC output
ChargingInput: 360W maximum (station)Input: 650W maximum
Ports3× UK AC outlets, 600W combined4× UK AC outlets, 500W combined
Weight4.7 kg13 kg
FeaturesUPS: Yes, transfer time: <10msEps: Yes, transfer time: Within 30ms

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power StationEcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 Portable Power Station
BrandEcoFlowEcoFlow

Power Station

Power Station specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power StationEcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 Portable Power Station
Brand / ModelEcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus; EF-RV-H02-1EcoFlow DELTA 2 Black / E980; EF-RV-H08-1
Power Station TypePortable power stationPortable power station
Battery Capacity / ExpansionBase capacity: 286Wh Expansion: One compatible EB300 or EB600 extra battery; up to 858WhBase capacity: 980Wh
Battery / Cycle LifeChemistry: LiFePO₄ (LFP) Cycle life: 3000 cycles to 80%+ original capacity (0.5C charge/discharge, 25°C)Chemistry: LiFePO₄ (LFP) Cycle life: 3000 cycles to 80%+ original capacity

AC Power

AC Power specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power StationEcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 Portable Power Station
AC Output / SurgeContinuous: 600W Surge: 1200WContinuous: 500W Surge: 750W
High-Power ModeX-Boost: compatible resistive appliances up to 1200WX-Boost: compatible resistive appliances up to 650W
AC Voltage / Frequency / InverterVoltage: 230V Frequency: 50Hz Inverter: Pure sine wave Region: UKVoltage: 230V Frequency: 50Hz / 60Hz Inverter: Pure sine wave Region: UK

Outputs & Ports

Outputs & Ports specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power StationEcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 Portable Power Station
AC Outlets3× UK AC outlets; 600W combined4× UK AC outlets; 500W combined
USB OutputsStation: 2× USB-A 12W per port, 24W total; 1× USB-C 100W, PD 3.0 / QC 3.02× USB-A 12W per port, 24W total; 2× USB-A fast charging 18W per port, 36W total; 2× USB-C 100W per port, 200W total
DC / Vehicle OutputsCar socket: 12.6V / 10A, 126WCar socket: 12.6V / 10A, 126W; 2× DC5521: 12.6V / 3A, 38W per port; 126W shared DC output
Other OutputsUSB-B HID communication port for PC / NAS backup management—

Charging

Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power StationEcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 Portable Power Station
AC ChargingInput: 360W maximum (station) Recharge: Station: 0–100% in 60 minutes Voltage / frequency: 220–240V, 50Hz / 60Hz; 6A maximumInput: 650W maximum; 220–240V / 3A, 50Hz / 60Hz Recharge: 0–100% in approximately 2 hours
Solar ChargingPower: 220W maximum Voltage: 11–55V Current: 13A maximumPower: 500W maximum Voltage: 11–60V Current: 15A maximum
Vehicle / Alternator Charging12V / 24V vehicle charging; 11–55V input, 8A maximum; 220W maximum12V / 24V vehicle charging; 8A maximum

Backup Power

Backup Power specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power StationEcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 Portable Power Station
UPS / BackupUps: Yes Transfer time: <10ms Pass through: YesEps: Yes Transfer time: Within 30ms Pass through: Yes
Home Backup / ExpansionWire-free physical connection to one EB300 or EB600 extra battery; HID backup management—

Protection & Smart Features

Protection & Smart Features specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power StationEcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 Portable Power Station
Battery Management / ProtectionBms: Yes Protection: Overvoltage, overload, overtemperature, short circuit, low temperature, low voltage and overcurrent Charging temperature: 0–45°C Discharging temperature: −10–45°CBms: Yes Protection: Overvoltage, overload, overtemperature, short circuit, low temperature, low voltage and overcurrent Charging temperature: 0–45°C Discharging temperature: −10–45°C
Connectivity / Smart FeaturesWi-Fi; Bluetooth; EcoFlow app; charging limits; charging schedules; LCD displayWi-Fi; Bluetooth; EcoFlow app; adjustable charging speed; LCD display

Physical & Package

Physical & Package specifications comparison
SpecificationEcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus Portable Power StationEcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 Portable Power Station
Dimensions / WeightDimensions: 234 × 232 × 146 mm Weight: 4.7 kgDimensions: 400 × 211 × 281 mm Weight: 13 kg
Portability / Noise / WarrantyPortability: Carry handle; LED light Warranty: 5-year UK manufacturer warrantyPortability: Carry handles
In the BoxRIVER 3 Plus, AC charging cable, USB-B-to-USB-A data cable, quick-start guide and safety / warranty documentationE980 power station, AC charging cable, user manual and warranty card

Similarities

  • Both are rated for 3,000 charge cycles.
  • Both deliver up to 24 W in total.
  • Same power station type: portable power station.
  • Both are made by EcoFlow.

In summary

Get the EcoFlow DELTA 2 Black E980 if you want a larger 980 Wh battery and faster mains recharging, or the EcoFlow RIVER 3 Plus if you would rather have more output power and a higher 1,200 W surge rating.

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